Commercial Finance Analyst

Job Introduction

Commercial Finance Manager – State Schools Finance Team

Salary: £45,000-£55,000 per annum + £1,300 annual fund + Sodexo benefits
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday

Are you a skilled finance professional looking to make a real impact?

We’re looking for a Commercial Finance Manager to join our State Schools Finance Team—a fast-paced, dynamic environment where financial excellence drives strategic growth. In this role, you’ll ensure accurate financial reporting, advise operational management, and enhance financial performance.

If you’re a qualified or experienced accountant with a collaborative mindset, keen eye for detail, and the ability to challenge with humility, we want to hear from you!

What you’ll do:

• Provide commercial leadership – Support contract performance, identify growth opportunities, and optimise profitability while minimising risk.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting – Produce management accounts, budgets, forecasts, and balance sheet reviews, meeting group deadlines.
• Drive strategic decision-making – Gather, analyse, and present data to enhance profitability and business growth.
• Support contract management – Ensure billing aligns with contract mechanisms, manage financial compliance, and oversee cost control.
• Enhance operational performance – Work closely with site management to improve financial processes and reporting.
• Engage with clients & stakeholders – Act as a trusted financial advisor, supporting contract negotiations, client queries, and commercial strategies.

What you bring:

• Qualified Accountant – ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or equivalent qualification.
• Strong commercial acumen – Skilled in financial strategy, decision-making, and negotiation.
• Effective communication – Ability to simplify complex financial data for diverse stakeholders.
• High numeracy skills – Comfortable handling financial assessments under pressure.
• Contractual expertise – Experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial terms.
• Coaching & mentorship – Ability to train and motivate operational teams.
• Influencing & relationship management – Skilled in identifying key decision-makers and shaping outcomes.
• Business awareness – Proactively identifies risks and opportunities to drive financial performance.
• Project execution – Experience delivering business initiatives within large organisations.
• Innovation & continuous improvement – Proven ability to set targets, enhance efficiency, and drive innovation.
• Leadership & accountability – Communicates clear objectives, takes ownership of decisions, and leads cross-functional teams.
• Technological proficiency – Strong interest in financial systems, databases, and advanced Excel tools.

What we offer:

At Sodexo, it’s more than just a job—it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong to a team that values you, act with purpose, and make an impact through your work. We also offer a wide range of resources, rewards, and benefits for you and your family:

Wellbeing & Support

• Unlimited access to an online mental health & wellbeing platform
• Employee Assistance Programme for legal, financial, and personal support
• Free health & wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access

Financial & Lifestyle Benefits

• Sodexo Discounts Scheme – Exclusive deals for you and your family
• Money insights & financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform
• Membership in the Sodexo Retirement Plan
• Death-in-Service benefit for financial security

Career Growth & Development

• Opportunities for learning, development, and career progression
• Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money while staying active
• Volunteering Opportunities to give back to your community
• Flexible & dynamic work environment

Ready to be part of something greater?

Apply today and give your finance career a real boost.

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of applications.